Joanna Woolace, LCSW
Joanna Woolace, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker. She graduated with her Bachelor’s in social work from Goshen College and with her master in social work from Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis. Joanna worked in home care and with Goshen Hospital for many years providing discharge planning.
Joanna also has experience assisting adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, and chronic mental health disorders. She believes that trust comes first in building a therapeutic relationship and is significant in assisting the client in the healing process. She works to develop a rapport and individualized relationship with each of her clients. She also believes in providing a safe environment where people can explore their struggles and create positive changes in their lives.
In addition to work, Joanna attends Pleasant View Church with her family where she is an active member, and a part of the leadership team. She spent many years in charge of the Vacation Bible School program and loved getting the children excited about life, and enjoyed motivating them to make positive decisions in their lives.
Email: jwoolace@michianacounseling.com
Jaime Kees, LMHC
Jaime Kees, LMHC is a licensed mental health counselor. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Family Science from Anderson University in 2006. She earned a Master's in General Psychology in 2008 and a Masters in Mental Health Counseling in 2014 both from the University of Saint Francis. Jaime spent 5 years doing home based therapy working with high risk teens and families. She has 3 years inpatient psychiatric hospital experience where she was able to help those that struggled with suicidality, personality disorders, substance addiction and chronic mental illness. She enjoys working with adolescents, adults, families and couples. Jaime feels blessed to have career that allows her to help those that struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma find hope and healing. Jaime believes in helping people realize their full potential to change their lives and the lives of those around them.
Email: jkees@michianacounseling.com
Carol A. Jarvis, PhD, LCSW
Carol A. Jarvis, Ph.D., LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 25 years of experience in working with children, adolescents and families. She holds both a master’s and bachelor’s degree in social work from the University of Georgia, and a doctorate in social work from Loyola University Chicago. She is a member of the National Association of Social Workers, the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP), and the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC). Carol has extensive experience working with families impacted by divorce and child custody issues and she serves on the Elkhart County Collaborative Practice Task Force. She is a registered domestic relations mediator with the Indiana Registry of Approved Court Mediators. She received training the Gottman Institute model, completed introductory training with the IACP, training for Parenting Coordinators with the AFCC, and has extensive training on grief counseling. In addition to her private practice, Carol teaches at Goshen College in the Social Work Education Program.
Email: cjarvis@michianacounseling.com
Therapists below are all private practitioners.
Lana Johnson, LCSW
Lana Johnson, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of professional experience in the mental health field. She graduated from Western Michigan University with a Bachelor degree in Social Work and from Andrews University with a Masters degree in Social Work. Post graduate she was employed by the Department of Human Services. Lana further was Director of Youth Programs at Family Services, Director of the Elkhart County Women’s Shelter and for the last ten years employed by Oaklawn Psychiatric Center. Lana is a member of National Association of Social Workers. She has clinical expertise with those who experience difficulty with anxiety, depression, and trauma/PTSD. Lana further treats those with: ADHD, behavioral issues, bipolar, domestic violence, grief and loss, parenting and sexual abuse. Her preferred treatment modalities are: cognitive behavioral therapy, emotional and mindfulness based, motivational interviewing, brief solution focused therapy, crisis intervention and trauma focused. Lana enjoys working with children, adolescents, adults and families with ages ranging from six years old and up.
Email: lanajohnsonlcsw@gmail.com
574-400-5724
Gary McRae, LCSW
Gary McRae, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker with 5 years of social work experience. His social work experience includes counseling and supporting troubled youth and their families in a residential setting as well as in Foster Care. Gary is also a registered trainer for licensing foster care parents. Gary has answered his calling of helping those youth and adults who may be struggles with some difficult issues. Gary brings years of life experience as a therapist.
Does not accept insurance.
Email: gmcrae641@gmail.com
574-501-3403
Debra Bledsoe, LCSW
Debra Bledsoe, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. Debra treats a wide variety of issues, including grief, depression, mood disorders, relationship difficulties, adjustment challenges and life transitions.
Debra entered this field in order to enrich the daily lives of people, help them develop more satisfying interpersonal relationships, assist them with the obstacles they face in life, and guide them toward making the changes they desire to accomplish their goals. She has diversified experience, working with people of all ages, from a variety of backgrounds and currently treats a broad population of clients across the lifespan.
Debra has a special interest in working with adults and senior citizens, but enjoys working with individuals of all ages. Debra is passionate about working with grieving individuals and has extensive experience in this field.
Debra utilizes a client-centered treatment approach that is suited to each client’s specific needs. By helping to determine a client’s motivation for change in their lives, a unique treatment approach is developed. Debra offers a supportive and encouraging environment in which treatment takes place.
Debra believes that the stressors in life are more easily managed if you maintain balance in your life. True wellness includes taking care of your emotional, physical, social and spiritual self as these domains are all intertwined. Many times it may be difficult to control the events in your life, but you can learn to control your response and live a happier, healthier life.
Email: debrasbledsoe@gmail.com
574-361-3015
Maranda Houser, MSW,LCSW
Maranda Houser, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker of private practice in Elkhart, Indiana. Maranda completed her undergraduate and graduate degrees at Indiana University, with a graduate concentration in mental health and addictions treatment. Maranda has variety of experiences. She served children and their families, individuals struggling with trauma, PTSD, addiction, depression, anxiety, grief and losses. Maranda enjoys working with a variety of clients. Maranda utilizes a combination of Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy and Family- Centered Therapy modalities. Maranda looks to assist individuals, couples, and families identify issues and find realistic resolutions to improve their lives.
Email: maranda.crossroadscounseling@gmail.com
574-501-3466
Dave Moore, LCSW
Dave Moore, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Indiana. He Social Work at Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, Indiana. After a few years of case management experience, he attended Indiana University at IUPUI in Indianapolis and earned a Master of Social Work graduate degree. He has worked with children, adolescents, young adults, older adults, couples and groups and has experience as an Individual Therapist, Father Engagement Therapist and Clinical Supervisor. Dave's passion is to help people improve their well-being and satisfaction with themselves and their lives. He uses motivational interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and active and reflective listening. Dave works to identify individual strengths and assesses readiness for change. Some specific areas where he has helped people include recovery from PTSD, divorce, death of a loved one, dealing with depression and anxiety, self-improvement, goal setting, life coaching and developing relationship and communication skills. Grateful for the many people that have invested in him, Dave wants to give back using the knowledge and skills he has developed. Private pay openings are available and accepts Blue Cross/Blue Shield insurance.
Email: davidmoorecounselingservices@gmail.com
574-621-3229
Carrie Sommer, LCSW
Carrie Sommer, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of professional experience in the mental health field. She graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelors degree in Journalism and Criminal Justice and a Masters degree in Social Work. Carrie has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She is a member of Emdria and National Association of Social Workers. Carrie specializes in treating PTSD and is trained in EMDR therapy. Carrie also uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and brief solution focused therapy, and crisis intervention. She has clinical experience in assisting those experiencing depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, and grief. Carrie enjoys working with adolescents and adults ages 11 and up.
Email: sommercounseling@gmail.com
574-370-1381
Cory Fournier, LMHCA
Cory Fournier is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate. He holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grace College and Theological Seminary in Winona Lake, Indiana. He is a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA) and the North American Society of Adlerian Psychology (NASAP). Cory enjoys working with a diverse range of people from adolescents to adults, bringing a calm and soothing presence that helps create a safe, validating, and non-judgmental space for exploring vulnerable topics. He is drawn to helping those struggling with relational and life adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, negative self-esteem and self-image, assertiveness, interpersonal boundaries, grief and loss, and spiritual questioning and exploration. His passion for helping others has grown out of his own transformational experiences with therapy, viewing life challenges as unique opportunities for learning, growth, and healing. Cory prefers a non-pathologizing approach to counseling, believing that symptoms can be clues to what areas may need attention. He also believes in pursuing greater adjustment and wellness in every area of life rather than merely getting rid of unwanted symptoms to help reach one’s full potential.
Email: cory@coryfcounseling.com
574-319-4308
Erin Floyd, Intern
Erin Floyd graduated with a bachelor’s degree in social work from Goshen College and is currently pursuing her master’s degree in mental health counseling through Lindsey Wilson College’s virtual program. She is also a member of the American Counseling Association. After receiving her undergraduate degree, Erin worked as a behavior therapist for children on the Autism Spectrum. This work took her into schools, where she discovered a love for education. She received her Transition to Teaching certificate and worked as a professional educator from 2015 to 2020. When the Covid-19 pandemic hit, she began working as a private tutor and educator with kindergarten to 8th grade learners. During this time, she discovered a love for working one on one, and decided to pursue her first love of counseling and mental health interventions.
Erin joins Michiana Counseling Group as an intern, seeking to work with a wide range of clients, with a variety of presenting concerns. She is a strong believer in the importance of holistic wellness and draws from a client-centered approach. Her experience in education has taught her the importance of assessing individual needs and meeting clients exactly where they are. She believes that growth is always possible and that everyone has the power to create positive change.
Email: erin.floyd@lindsey.edu
Clayton Zollinger, LMHCA, NCC
I have 7 years of experience in providing mental health services in community mental health, non-profit grief & loss work, and individual therapy settings. My main areas of focus are bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, grief, aging issues, existential crises, philosophical counseling, anger issues, boundaries/assertive communication, and ADHD
My approach to therapy is focused on existential therapy and client-centered therapy, with the addition of more direct methods such as CBT and tools such as EMDR where they can be most effective.
The process of counseling is meant to be a journey of exploration, understanding, and acceptance. I firmly believe in walking side-by-side in an authentic way with clients through both their suffering and their successes. Each person is absolutely unique and deserves unconditional positive regard in their therapy session, and to not feel judged or evaluated. My approach takes into account the whole, holistic, and unique person that you are. It is important to be more than a diagnosis, and to confront the deeper issues facing us. Together, we can work to provide you a kind, compassionate space in which you can feel capable of tackling all of life's challenges.
Email: zollingertherapy@gmail.com
574-218-0608
Gabriella Canen, LMFT
Gabriella Canen is a licensed in Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. Gabriella graduated from Indiana State with a Bachelor’s in Psychology and then earned her Master’ degree from Capella University. Gabriella has worked with clients of all ages with a variety of disorders. Gabriella focuses on martial therapy, premarital therapy or marriage prep, family therapy and individual therapy ( no younger than 10). Gabriella is experienced in working with trauma, anxiety, substance use and depression both in and out patient settings. Gabriella is also a registered Domestic Relations Mediator for the State of Indiana focused on parental agreements utilizing healthy conflict resolution skills. Gabriella works to build rapport and trust with her clients focused on their goals and desires for therapy.
Email. gcanen.lmft@gmail.com
574-742-2108